Whether you're wrapping up a beach day or looking for the perfect spot to meet friends after work, Sarasota’s happy hour scene has something for everyone — from tropical tiki bars to sleek downtown lounges. Here are 10 local happy hour spots to add to your must-visit list:
✨ Bar Hana — Downtown Sarasota
Tropical vibes & island-inspired cocktails.
⏰ Happy Hour: Mon–Fri, 2–6 PM
🍹 $8 margaritas | 🍷 $10 select wines | 🌺 Small bites | 🌇 Stylish setting
A stylish, modern bar with serious island energy. Come for the drinks, stay for the Instagram-worthy setting.
🔥 1592 Wood Fired Kitchen & Cocktails — Downtown
European flair with bold flavors.
⏰ Happy Hour: Mon–Sat, 3–5 PM | Sun, 4–5 PM
🦪 $10 oysters | 🍺 $4 beers | 🍷 $6 house wine
A cozy, chic spot with craft cocktails and wood-fired goodness. Perfect for a quick sip or full dinner after.
🇮🇹 Bar Italia — University Town Center
Chic, modern Italian with a buzzy bar scene.
⏰ Happy Hour: Mon–Fri, 3–6 PM
🥂 $8 cocktails | 🍷 $8 wines | 🍕 $11 pizzas
Perfect for date night or post-shopping bites at UTC. The pizza and wine combo is always a win.
🥩 Element — Downtown Sarasota
Upscale steakhouse with a sleek bar and solid deals.
⏰ Lunch HH: Tue–Fri, 11 AM–2 PM
⏰ Evening HH: Tue–Sat, 4–6 PM & 9–Close | Sun, 4–6 PM
🍸 $7 martinis | 🍷 $7 wines | 🍽️ Small plates
Yes, even steakhouses do happy hour — and Element nails it with polished cocktails and elevated bites.
🌿 Boca — Downtown Sarasota
Farm-to-table freshness in a laid-back atmosphere.
⏰ Happy Hour: Mon–Fri, 3–6 PM (Bar & Patio Only)
🍺 $5 beers | 🍸 $8 cocktails | 🍔 $7 appetizers
Great drinks, great ingredients, and a cozy vibe on the patio or bar. A local favorite for a reason.
🍔 Lefty’s — Siesta Key
Casual, fun, and full of locals.
⏰ Happy Hour: Mon–Fri, 4–6 PM & Fri–Sat, 9–Close
🍺 $4 drafts | 🦪 $10 mussels | 🍗 Laid-back eats
No frills, just good food and cold beer — exactly what Siesta Key locals love.
🌴 Lido Key Tiki Bar — Lido Beach
Toes in the sand, drink in hand.
⏰ Happy Hour: Mon–Fri, 4–6 PM
🍹 $14 rum runners | 🌅 Epic sunset views | 🌮 Beach bites
One of the few spots you can literally drink with your feet in the sand — unbeatable vibe.
🇨🇺 Cuba 1958 — St. Armands Circle
Lively Cuban energy with a mojito that hits.
⏰ Happy Hour: Mon–Fri, 3–7 PM (Bar Only)
🍸 $6 mojitos | 🎶 Latin music | 🍽️ App specials
A festive spot with delicious food, strong drinks, and a fun crowd — always a great time.
🔥 Florence and the Spice Boys — Downtown Sarasota
Creative global street food with a trendy twist.
⏰ Happy Hour: Daily, 3–5 PM
🍋🟩 $5 margaritas | 🍻 $3 select drafts | 📍 Unexpected bites
If you like flavor and fusion, this is your happy hour haven. Don’t skip the spicy marg.
🎉 The Beach Club — Siesta Key Village
Live music, dancing, and drinks by the beach.
⏰ Happy Hour: Daily, 3–6 PM
🍹 $3–$5 wells & drafts | 🎶 DJs/live bands | 💃 Fun & lively crowd
Sarasota’s go-to nightlife hub — perfect for happy hour that turns into a night out.
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